One of the ways to detect cancer in the colon is through barium enema. Hospitals offer this service to high risk patients who are experiencing symptoms. If you have a doctor’s request, see its prices among hospitals in the country.
The price of barium enema in Philippine hospitals can range from ₱1250 to ₱3,800 or more. Check out the price list per hospital that offers it.
Prices in Hospitals
| Hospital | Rates |
|---|---|
| Lung Center of the Philippines | ₱4,050 |
| Baguio General Hospital | ₱2,500 |
| East Avenue Medical Center | ₱1,725 |
Look: Hospital Phone List
A cheap barium enema price in public hospitals may start from ₱950 and above. Usually, these rates are applicable to indigent patients or those coming to a public hospital. Senior ID and other discounts may be honored to reduce the prices.
What is Barium Enema
It is a medical procedure that looks for abnormalities in the colon or large intestine. A fluid (barium) is inserted into the rectum while X-ray machine takes an image of the organ. The substance is necessary to produce clear images of the colon and rectum.
Results
The release of results is usually based on the hospital’s policy. Usually, the plates are readily available within 24 hours. Official results may be available from two days to a week. Upon receiving the results, make sure that your doctor reads it for proper diagnosis.
Philhealth Discount
Some procedures may not be covered by Philhealth. Special radiologic tests requires other services from professionals which Philhealth may not accommodate. It is best to request for more info from the hospital if your can use your account.
Health Insurance and HMO
If you are a health card holder, you may be able to get some benefits from your account. A medical procedure usually requires doctor consultation. In this case, you may find a gastroenterologist accredited by your HMO health card.
Older Patients
Senior citizens may be able to get better pricing as they are entitled to discounts. If you have the ID, simply present your senior documents and ask whether the price is lower. One may get up to 20% discount on medical procedures.
References: Mayoclinic
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